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A551515
Located At: Foster Home
Description: Currently In Foster
My name is Bear.
I am a neutered male, white and tricolor German Shepherd Dog and Queensland Heeler.
My name is Bear.
I am a neutered male, white and tricolor German Shepherd Dog and Queensland Heeler.
Weight: I weigh approximately 71.00 lbs.
Age: The shelter staff think I am about 9 years old.
More Info: I have been at the shelter since Aug 20, 2025 and am ready to go home today!
I am currently in foster care but am available for adoption! If you are interested in adopting me, please email PACC.AdoptAFoster@pima.gov
If you are interested in adopting this pet, visit us during regular business hours. Please email pacc.adopt@pima.gov for any questions regarding the adoption process.
If you believe this is your lost pet, come down during regular business hours to reclaim or email pacclostandfound@pima.gov with any questions.
I am currently in foster care but am available for adoption! If you are interested in adopting me, please email PACC.AdoptAFoster@pima.gov
If you are interested in adopting this pet, visit us during regular business hours. Please email pacc.adopt@pima.gov for any questions regarding the adoption process.
If you believe this is your lost pet, come down during regular business hours to reclaim or email pacclostandfound@pima.gov with any questions.
Bio: CENSUS DEADLINE
3PM SUNDAY 09/28/25
AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION OR FOSTER
Here at the shelter, we’re always sad when a dog is adopted and then comes back to us. Bear was with us all the way back in 2016 after being surrendered when his person deployed, and now he’s found himself back in the shelter nine years later. He’s a bit longer in the tooth, but no less deserving of a loving home and a family who will never give him up.
Here's what staff and volunteers have said about Bear:
“I took Bear out a couple days ago for some quality time outside his kennel. He was very easy to leash and walked relatively well. I took him out to a quiet yard to give him a space to decompress for a moment outside the shelter environment. He spent most of the time either pacing the fence or checking in with me for some attention. He encountered multiple dogs passing by and greeted them with a wagging tail through the fence. I made sure to give him lots of treats and learned he would even sit or shake if asked to do so! Overall, he is a big love bug who just needs patience.”
“I met Bear for the first time and he was very sweet. Friendly in his kennel, easy to leash, and walked nicely to a play yard. He spent most of his time in the yard politely requesting pets and attention, and tolerated his playful kennelmate well. Bear is very nice, reserved old man who I’m sure is dreaming of a comfy retirement home.”
Bear shares his kennel with another PACC pup and has been easygoing when meeting other dogs in playgroup. Please ask to meet Bear today!!
Available for foster care (2+ weeks) or adoption through PACC.
Interested parties:
Must visit PACC before the 3:00PM Sunday Sept 28, 2025 deadline to meet with a counselor who will review notes and introduce you to the dog to ensure that it’s a good fit. Some dogs may also require an introduction to any dogs they may potentially live with.
Home Management Plan
1). Undersocialized:
• Your new dog needs to go home with a strong handler. Due to fear behaviors, they may panic over small things or noises and could potentially attempt to flee by bolting.
• Needs time to decompress at home, this could take 3 weeks to 3 months or longer.
• If dog-friendly, a confident dog could help bring them out of their shell.
• Go slow with your new dog and do not force handling, as this could make the dog fear bite.
• Your new dog will not be affectionate immediately after adoption; they will need patience.
• MUST go home with a martingale collar and flat clip leash.
2). Shy/Nervous Behavior:
• Your new dog needs patience and time to decompress at home.
• Go slow and don’t force handling, use positive reinforcement to earn trust.
• May not be immediately affectionate after adoption and will take time to warm up.
3). POSSIBLE Stranger Danger:
• Your new dog is uncomfortable around new people. They may bark, snap, or flee.
• They need a slow introduction to new people. Muzzle training is recommended for safe introductions.
• Needs a safe place to be away from new people coming into the home.
• Your new dog will do best going for walks in low-traffic areas where it is quiet.
4). Separation Anxiety
• Crate training can help prevent destructive behaviors.
• Some dogs get bored easily, offering activities such as frozen kongs, enrichments, music and TV sounds can keep them busy and help alleviate stress.
• Work with a trainer to help extend the length of comfort for your dog when alone.
5). Handling Issues
• Go slow and at your new dog's pace, does NOT like forced handling.
• Your new pet may fear bite if you force handling, give your new pet time to decompress in the home.
• Focus on positive training and interactions with your new pets.
• Reach out to TOP Dogs [topdogshelp@gmail.com] or an outside professional trainer for assistance.
6). Children Caution
• Kids should not be left alone with any dog, always monitor interactions between your child and dog.
• Rough housing or grabbing at the dog could cause stress to the dog leading to unwanted behaviors.
• Give a dog a safe space to escape the kids. HIGHLY recommend crate training.
• Keep draglines on for at least two weeks or until the dog is comfortable with the children.
3PM SUNDAY 09/28/25
AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION OR FOSTER
Here at the shelter, we’re always sad when a dog is adopted and then comes back to us. Bear was with us all the way back in 2016 after being surrendered when his person deployed, and now he’s found himself back in the shelter nine years later. He’s a bit longer in the tooth, but no less deserving of a loving home and a family who will never give him up.
Here's what staff and volunteers have said about Bear:
“I took Bear out a couple days ago for some quality time outside his kennel. He was very easy to leash and walked relatively well. I took him out to a quiet yard to give him a space to decompress for a moment outside the shelter environment. He spent most of the time either pacing the fence or checking in with me for some attention. He encountered multiple dogs passing by and greeted them with a wagging tail through the fence. I made sure to give him lots of treats and learned he would even sit or shake if asked to do so! Overall, he is a big love bug who just needs patience.”
“I met Bear for the first time and he was very sweet. Friendly in his kennel, easy to leash, and walked nicely to a play yard. He spent most of his time in the yard politely requesting pets and attention, and tolerated his playful kennelmate well. Bear is very nice, reserved old man who I’m sure is dreaming of a comfy retirement home.”
Bear shares his kennel with another PACC pup and has been easygoing when meeting other dogs in playgroup. Please ask to meet Bear today!!
Available for foster care (2+ weeks) or adoption through PACC.
Interested parties:
Must visit PACC before the 3:00PM Sunday Sept 28, 2025 deadline to meet with a counselor who will review notes and introduce you to the dog to ensure that it’s a good fit. Some dogs may also require an introduction to any dogs they may potentially live with.
Home Management Plan
1). Undersocialized:
• Your new dog needs to go home with a strong handler. Due to fear behaviors, they may panic over small things or noises and could potentially attempt to flee by bolting.
• Needs time to decompress at home, this could take 3 weeks to 3 months or longer.
• If dog-friendly, a confident dog could help bring them out of their shell.
• Go slow with your new dog and do not force handling, as this could make the dog fear bite.
• Your new dog will not be affectionate immediately after adoption; they will need patience.
• MUST go home with a martingale collar and flat clip leash.
2). Shy/Nervous Behavior:
• Your new dog needs patience and time to decompress at home.
• Go slow and don’t force handling, use positive reinforcement to earn trust.
• May not be immediately affectionate after adoption and will take time to warm up.
3). POSSIBLE Stranger Danger:
• Your new dog is uncomfortable around new people. They may bark, snap, or flee.
• They need a slow introduction to new people. Muzzle training is recommended for safe introductions.
• Needs a safe place to be away from new people coming into the home.
• Your new dog will do best going for walks in low-traffic areas where it is quiet.
4). Separation Anxiety
• Crate training can help prevent destructive behaviors.
• Some dogs get bored easily, offering activities such as frozen kongs, enrichments, music and TV sounds can keep them busy and help alleviate stress.
• Work with a trainer to help extend the length of comfort for your dog when alone.
5). Handling Issues
• Go slow and at your new dog's pace, does NOT like forced handling.
• Your new pet may fear bite if you force handling, give your new pet time to decompress in the home.
• Focus on positive training and interactions with your new pets.
• Reach out to TOP Dogs [topdogshelp@gmail.com] or an outside professional trainer for assistance.
6). Children Caution
• Kids should not be left alone with any dog, always monitor interactions between your child and dog.
• Rough housing or grabbing at the dog could cause stress to the dog leading to unwanted behaviors.
• Give a dog a safe space to escape the kids. HIGHLY recommend crate training.
• Keep draglines on for at least two weeks or until the dog is comfortable with the children.
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Shelter information
Location: Pima Animal Care Center - Tucson
Address: 4000 North Silverbell Road
Tucson, AZ 85745
Tucson, AZ 85745
